Sun Times in Chanhassen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chanhassen?
Sunrise in Chanhassen on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chanhassen?
Sunset in Chanhassen on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:21 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chanhassen?
Morning golden hour in Chanhassen ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Chanhassen?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Chanhassen there are 14 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chanhassen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chanhassen at 1:18 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chanhassen?
In Chanhassen, sunset is at 8:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chanhassen?
Twilight in Chanhassen lasts approximately 114 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Chanhassen?
The earliest sunrise in Chanhassen in 2026 is at 5:27 AM on June 10 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chanhassen?
The latest sunset in Chanhassen in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 21 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chanhassen?
After sunset at 8:21 PM in Chanhassen, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chanhassen shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Chanhassen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chanhassen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:26 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 35m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:45 AM | 4:33 PM | 8h 48m |
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